TCU Doubles Team Shines in NCAA Championships

Match Highlights

In a thrilling match, Otway and Pascual defeated Georgia Tech's Alejandra Cruz and Given Roach in straight sets, winning 7-5, 6-4. They started the match strongly, taking a 3-1 lead. However, the Yellow Jackets made a comeback and brought the score to 4-5. But Pascual held firm at set point to even the score at 5-5. From there, the Frogs took control, winning three games in a row and securing the first set 7-5.

"We know how tight doubles can be. We were literally a set point down and then after that we switched it and then we were 7-5 up. In doubles, that happens a lot," said Pascual. After a Yellow Jacket hold to open the second set, the Horned Frogs responded by winning three games in a row. They never looked back and won the set 6-4 to clinch the match.

Significance of the Victory

Otway and Pascual are the first doubles team from TCU to win a game in the NCAA Individual Championship since 2010. They are also the first doubles team from TCU to reach the round of 16 since 2010. This win is a major milestone for the TCU women's tennis program and shows the team's potential.

"It feels unbelievable to get the win. We didn't play our best tennis today but we got the job done and we communicated well. I think it's an exciting feeling to get such a high-level win and not play our greatest," said Otway.

Upcoming Match

The duo will return to action tomorrow, Nov. 21, for the round of 16. They will face Colorado's Anya Nelson and Ema Bubalo at 2 p.m. CT at Hurd Tennis Center. Information regarding the match can be found here.